Purchasing Supplier Development Engineer

d support our supply base for Toyota's first Battery manufacturing plant in North America.

The primary responsibility of this role is to lead the development of New Model products, processes, and Supplier Partners. To achieve this goal, the Engineer will deploy the PSD New Model Development Operational Procedure.

The person in this role will support PSD's objective to develop our outsourced supply base to ensure overall best cost, quality, on-time part availability, manufacturability, and operational self-reliance. The candidates should consistently demonstrate attributes of next level capability as outlined in the Toyota Core Competencies and meets expectations of current position.

What you'll be doing

• Utilize process engineering and Toyota Production System skills, through collaborative work with our Supplier Partner's teams, to ensure design and implementation of optimal manufacturing processes.

• Execute and manage the PSD operating procedure for specific change part content over multiple programs.

• Develop, execute, and modify project strategies for critical parts, as defined by risk ranking.

• Maintain and communicate responsible part status information for internal project Key Performance Indicators (KPI) visualization internally and externally.

• Lead supplier teams to root cause problem solving, consensus building, and project completion utilizing Toyota business practices.

• Manage project schedules to achieve set objectives and KPIs.

What you bring

• Bachelor's degree or higher in Engineering or similar technical field or 4+ years of equivalent professional experience in automotive manufacturing/engineering.

• Manufacturing, Quality or Engineering experience (includes applicable co-op experience) in Automotive or similar commodities, such as:

  • Battery Modules
  • Powertrain - Engine / Transmission / Powertrain Electrification
  • Interior components - Door Trim / Garnishes / Headliner / Console Box / Fuel Tank
  • Electronic/ Safety Systems - Airbag / ECU / Steering Wheel / Audio / Multi-media / Seat Belts / Hybrid Systems
  • Chassis Components - Steering / Suspension / Brakes / Driveline
  • Body & Assembly - Frame / Body Stamping / Structural Stamping & Welding

• Manufacturing, Quality, or Engineering experience with one or more of the following processes:

  • Molding processes / Plastics joining / Complex Assembly / Paint or Coatings
  • Soldering / Complex Assembly / Sewing / Wrapping / Wire harness assembly
  • Casting / Forging (Aluminum & Iron)
  • Machining / Milling / Heat Treatment
  • Stamping / Welding

• Experience reading drawings/prints, including the ability to discuss basic GD&T for manufactured parts.

• Ability and willingness to travel up to 50%.

Added bonus if you have

• Automotive manufacturing experience, working directly for an Automotive OEM or Automotive Supplier.

• Manufacturing, Quality or Engineering experience (includes applicable co-op experience) in one or more of the following commodities / products:

  • Battery Cells or Battery Modules

• New Model Production Preparation experience with demonstrated ability to manage either of the following:

  • Multiple Tier 1 Suppliers Production Preparation across multiple vehicle / unit projects
  • The establishment of manufacturing processes to include critical characteristics and parameter controls across a broad spectrum of inputs such as Tooling, Equipment, Process Capacity, Capability, Quality, Throughput and Human development

• Understanding and creation of: Control plans, Process Failure Mode & Effects Analysis (PFMEA), Program timelines, Bill of Materials (BOMs) & Loading Capacity Sheets.

• Experience in design feedback activity for manufacturability or cost reduction initiatives.

• Experience with Catia /AutoCAD/Autoform.

• Experience with Tool & Die Structure and Design for Stamping, Welding, Casting, Injection Molding and/or Forging.

• Experience in Toyota Purchasing Supplier Development or Equivalent.

• Successful completion of Toyota Business Practice (TBP) Panel or other established problem-solving methodology training & experience.

What we'll bring

During your interview process, our team can fill you in on all the details of our industry-leading benefits and career development opportunities. A few highlights include:

• A work environment built on teamwork, flexibility, and respect.

• Professional growth and development programs to help advance your career, as well as tuition reimbursement.

• Team Member Vehicle Purchase Discount.

• Toyota Team Member Lease Vehicle Program (if applicable).

• Comprehensive health care and wellness plans for your entire family.

• Toyota 401(k) Savings Plan featuring a company match, as well as an annual retirement contribution from Toyota regardless of whether you contribute.

• Paid holidays and paid time off.

• Referral services related to prenatal services, adoption, childcare, schools, and more.

• Tax Advantaged Accounts (Health Savings Account, Health Care FSA, Dependent Care FSA).

Belonging at Toyota

Our success begins and ends with our people. We embrace all perspectives and value unique human experiences. Respect for all is our North Star. Toyota is proud to have 10+ different Business Partnering Groups across 100 different North American chapter locations that support team members' efforts to dream, do and grow without questioning that they belong.

Applicants for our positions are considered without regard to race, ethnicity, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, religion, military or veteran status, or any other characteristics protected by law.

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